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Boxing News / Dice City Sports / April 23, 2024
The Life of Leon Spinks

The Life of Leon Spinks

Leon Spinks (26-17-3) has had a wild ride during his boxing career. Ranging from toppling Muhammad Ali to fighting in the cruiserweight division, Spinks is etched in boxing history as a unique fighter.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 15, 2024
Before Buster Douglas, Leon Spinks shocked the world

Before Buster Douglas, Leon Spinks shocked the world

On this day in 1978, long before Buster Douglas stunned Mike Tyson, a 7-0-1 fighter from Saint Louis called Leon Spinks shocked the world and defeated the legendary Muhammad Ali by a 15-round split decision at the Las Vegas Hilton, Winchester, Nevada, U.S.

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Muhammad Ali: Career retrospective

Muhammad Ali: Career retrospective

When you are talking boxing greats, Muhammad Ali is one of the first names destined to come up. He’s a legend of the sport and a legend of sports in general.

Box Score 7/11: Home Run Derby hits grand slam with fans

Box Score 7/11: Home Run Derby hits grand slam with fans

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